====== Stealth Mechanics ======

{{ rpd:images:invisibility_potion.png|Stealth Symbol }}

==== Description ====
Stealth mechanics allow the player to avoid detection by enemies in various ways.

==== Invisibility ====
  * **[[rpd:potion_of_invisibility_item|Potion of Invisibility]]** - Renders the player invisible
  * **[[rpd:invisibility_buff|Invisibility Buff]]** - Temporarily prevents enemy detection
  * **[[rpd:ring_of_shadows_item|Ring of Shadows]]** - Provides stealth bonuses
  * **[[rpd:darkness_spell|Darkness Spell]]** - Creates dark areas to hide in

==== Detection Factors ====
  * **Line of Sight** - Most enemies detect players in direct sight
  * **Stealth Level** - Affects ability to remain undetected
  * **Equipment Weight** - Heavier equipment may increase noise
  * **Movement** - Moving through certain terrain makes noise

==== Stealth-Enhancing Items ====
  * **[[rpd:ring_of_evasion|Ring of Evasion]]** - Improves stealth and detection avoidance
  * **[[rpd:special_ammo|Special Ammunition]]** - Some ammo types provide stealth benefits
  * **[[rpd:armor_stealth|Stealth Armor]]** - Armor that doesn't impede stealth
  * **[[rpd:shadow_weapons|Shadow Weapons]]** - Weapons that don't compromise stealth

==== Applications ====
  * **Avoiding Combat** - Bypassing enemies without fighting
  * **Surprise Attacks** - Getting first attack advantage
  * **Theft** - Stealing items from enemies or chests
  * **Escape** - Getting away from dangerous situations

==== Strategy ====
  * **Situational Awareness** - Know what breaks stealth in different situations
  * **Timing** - Use stealth when most advantageous
  * **Equipment Planning** - Choose stealth-appropriate gear
  * **Movement** - Careful pathfinding to avoid detection

==== Countering Detection ====
  * **Distance** - Stay out of enemy detection range
  * **Blocking** - Use walls and obstacles to block line of sight
  * **Timing** - Wait for enemies to move away before proceeding
  * **Diversion** - Use items to distract enemies

==== See Also ====
  * [[rpd:invisibility_buff|Invisibility]]
  * [[rpd:buffs|Buffs]]
  * [[rpd:ai_behavior|AI Behavior]]
  * [[rpd:combat|Combat]]

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